The American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for June 11, 2025
What are Title 10, the Insurrection Act and the Posse Comitatus Act, and When Can the President Use Them? Spoiler: LA Doesn’t Likely Qualify.
In a highly controversial action, President Trump is testing the reach of his powers by sending 4700 military personnel into Los Angeles to suppress protests. What are Title 10, the Insurrection Act and the Posse Comitatus Act?
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Today’s Links
Articles & Resources:
U.S. Congress - Defense Primer: Legal Authorities for the Use of Military Forces
U.S. Code - Enabling the U.S. Military - Title X, Chapter 13, Section 251 - INSURRECTION
American Constitution Society - (2020) The President’s Legal Authority to Commit Troops
Domestically Under the Insurrection Act
NPR - Legal experts worry about presidential abuse of the Insurrection Act. Here's why
ABC News - LA protests live updates: LA mayor says more than 100 arrested, 'fringe groups' leading late-night protests
Groups Taking Action:
Protect Democracy, Project on Government Oversight, Public Citizen
Register or Check Your Voter Registration:
U.S. Election Assistance Commission – Register And Vote in Your State
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